Cashew Nut Oil

Cashew nut oil

Cashew nut oil is manufactured by pressing cashew nuts and is extensively used as a cooking medium and also as a salad dressing. There are different grades of this edible oil and the premium quality is produced from single cold pressing of cashew nuts. This is considered to be a high quality cooking oil and a healthier option as compared to other types of oils. In addition to the food industry, it is also used in the making of certain cosmetics.

High amounts of unsaturated fatty acids are present in cashew nut oil, which translates into abundance of moisture. It can be applied on a regular basis to replenish skin hydration. Being rich in vitamin E, the oil plays an important role in anti-aging mechanism and has emerged to be a significant ingredient in age-defying beauty products.

The cashew tree is a native of Brazil; however, it is now also grown in many tropical regions of the world, including India, Africa, and certain parts of Asia. The nut is located at the bottom of the cashew apple or the sweet fruit from the tree. This nut is highly popular across the world although a bit expensive than other nuts.